This advanced study is concerned with analyzing historical developments at the local, regional and global levels, with an emphasis on critical research methodologies and the use of primary and secondary sources in formulating new insights. The program allows candidates to develop analytical thinking and academic writing skills by preparing original theses that contribute to enriching the historical field. The program also combines theory and practice through international workshops and conferences that enhance communication with prominent researchers and open horizons for publication in prestigious journals.

International students can study the PhD in history at Mutah University at its main campus in al-Karak, Jordan. This PhD degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 year(s) and is offered at the university's main campus. Tuition fees are USD 846 / hour(s), and students can apply for the next intake starting on September 16, 2026.
About PhD in history
Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in history at Mutah University
Entry Requirements
The programs offered at the university vary to include 105 academic programs distributed across the various academic stages. The university offers its students 53 programs at the bachelor's level, two programs at the diploma level, 43 programs at the master's level, and 9 programs at the doctoral level.
Admission requirements for master's programs:
A- The student must have a bachelor's degree with a grade of no less than good from a university, scientific institute, or scientific college recognized by Mu'tah University.
B- The student must be regular in his studies at the bachelor's level.
C- Pass the TOEFL exam as shown below.
Admission requirements for doctoral programs
A- The student must have a master's degree or its equivalent with a grade of "very good" at least from a university, scientific college, or scientific institute recognized by Mu'tah University.
B- The student must have a bachelor's degree or its equivalent with a grade of "good"
C- The student must be regular in his studies at the bachelor's and master's levels.
D- Pass the TOEFL exam as shown below.
English Language Requirements for Postgraduate Studies
Postgraduate students are accepted in doctoral and master's programs on condition that they pass the English language exam (TOEFL & IELTS) as an admission requirement and according to the data in the following table
IELTS 4 5- 4.5
TOEFL IBT 52-41 64-53
TOEFL CBT 150-123 180-153
TOEFL PAPER 473-437 510-477
TOEIC 405-600
Note:
Humanities Colleges students TOEFL 400
Scientific Colleges students TOEFL 500
English Language and English Language Curricula students TOEFL span
3- Students are accepted in postgraduate programs as an exception to the previous conditions in the event that they master the French language by obtaining the fifth level in the (Calibrated Test of French) TCF exam equivalent to the approved English language exam (Paper Based 500)
Fee Information

Jordan, al-Karak